Home for the Holidays
November 29 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm EST
Free
Join the Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) for an afternoon of festive family fun, creative activities, and meaningful ways to support animals in need!
- When: Sunday, November 29, 2026, from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- Where: ARL Solomon Family Administration Building, 10 Anna’s Place, Dedham, MA (located at the bottom of the hill, right off Pine Street)
- Admission: Free (Family- & Dog-Friendly!)
Spend the afternoon enjoying:
- Dog Cookie & Photo Station: Treat your pup and capture cute video moments in our holiday kitchen backdrop!
- Story Time: Enjoy animal-themed readings with ARL’s Director of Humane Education.
- Raffle Village: Enter to win one-of-a-kind holiday “homes” packed with prizes from local businesses and animal lovers.
- The Giving Grove: Choose your impact with your donation and take home a keepsake to remember the difference you’ve made for animals.
- Polkadog Pop-Up: Shop festive treats and stocking stuffers for your pets.
- Arts & Crafts: Fun, creative activities for all ages!
Holiday Pet & Family Mini Photo Sessions
Get your holiday card-ready professional portrait with A Dog’s Narrative Photography!
- Cost: $50 per 15-minute session (25% of proceeds benefit ARL)
- Includes: 1 professionally edited digital image with a festive red backdrop and holiday props.
- Details: Friendly, leashed dogs welcome! Groups of 4+ please book 2 consecutive slots to allow enough time to photograph both your family and dogs.
Photo by A Dog’s Narrative Photography.
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